The Phillips Law Firm makes an unprecedented move this month in handing out its notable “What Were You Thinking!?” award. Remember, it’s never a good thing to receive this award because it’s a reminder to the general public that you took some form of carelessness that endangered a member of your community. So, the unprecedented… Read More

The Phillips Law Firm would like to take a moment to express our sympathy to the family of Mrs. Sher Kung. Mrs. Kung tragically died last month after she was struck by a truck while crossing Second Avenue on her bicycle in downtown Seattle. Mrs. Kung was a wife, a new mother, and an attorney… Read More

If you haven’t noticed yet, something a bit different is emerging alongside several of Seattle’s roadways. No, we’re not talking about foreign weeds or unsightly debris. We’re talking about protected bike lanes; and as always, the Phillips Law Firm is here to ensure you understand all the pertinent facts. The Master Plan Seattle’s emerging new… Read More

Imagine you’re riding your bike in the greater Seattle area. It’s late. It’s dark. All of a sudden you’re hit by a car. You’re catapulted off your bike and thrown into the windshield of the vehicle that struck. You roll off the car and lie helplessly in the middle of the street. The motorist that… Read More

According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, 677 bicyclists were killed in crashes with motor vehicles in 2011. Obviously, there are risks associated with riding a bicycle, and riders should take every precaution to keep themselves safe. Wearing a helmet, regardless of age or skill level is the number one way to protect from… Read More

Due to their relatively narrow tires, common road hazards can present big problems for bicycles. Bicycle accidents resulting in serious injuries can be caused by changes in road surfaces, debris in the road, railroad tracks, sewer grates, and potholes, among other road hazards. When a known road hazard causes a bicycle accident, the governmental entity… Read More

For the sixth consecutive year, the League of American Bicyclists has selected Washington as the most bicycle-friendly state in the country. This group has supported funding for biking legislation, bike programs and policies, infrastructure, education and planning since 2008. Washingtonians have embraced bicycling as, not only a recreational past time and means of exercise, but… Read More

In a recent report published by Governors Highway Safety Association, data shows “bicyclist fatalities had been declining steadily, hitting an all-time low of 621 in 2010. Since then, however, the trend line has been moving in the wrong direction; in 2015, 818 bicyclists were killed on U.S. roadways, a 12.2% increase over the previous year… Read More

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Scott P.

“I’m a triathlete and a firefighter, when this person hit me it completely changed my life. I knew I was going to need professional helps so I sought out Phillips Law Firm.”

Sarah A.

"After the accident I found out the other parties insurance wasn’t cooperating so I called Phillips Law Firm. They fought for me and they will fight for you.”